Commissioner's Court June 9, 2026

The Hood County Commissioner's Court held a regular meeting on June 9, 2026, primarily addressing development and land use issues related to proposed data center projects, particularly the Comanche Circle Data Center. Extensive public comments expressed concerns about water supply, environmental impact, property values, and the developer's credibility. The court discussed the adequacy and timing of submitted technical studies, including traffic and water impact analyses, which were reportedly received late in June despite being dated January. Legal counsel advised that the county's regulatory authority under Texas law is limited, and the court must follow state statutes regarding development approvals. The court ultimately moved to allow the developer to proceed to the site development plan stage, contingent on meeting conditions. Additionally, the court approved several replat requests, authorized a $350 technology services quote for jury summons modifications, and discussed ongoing issues with a $130,000 contract dispute with vendor Flock related to uninstalled cameras. The court also accepted a rural ambulance service grant and authorized related agreements. Motions to approve expenditures totaling approximately $643,875 and to accept financial reports and bank reconciliations were passed unanimously. The meeting reflected significant community concern over data center developments and highlighted challenges in balancing local control with state regulatory limits.